TextNow is on a mission to democratize communication.
We offer a completely free mobile phone service powered by ads—giving millions of users a smarter, cost-free way to connect. As a Senior Android Developer on our
Revenue team, you’ll be at the intersection of innovation and monetization, crafting ad experiences that are seamless, strategic, and user-first.This is a unique opportunity to work on high-scale ad delivery, while contributing to an app that ranks consistently among the top 10 on Google Play and the App Store.
What You'll Do
- Own ad delivery on Android—implement and optimize ad units across the app using Google Ad Manager (GAM).
- Build innovative monetization features in collaboration with AdOps and Product to maximize advertiser value and minimize user friction.
- Triage and solve performance bottlenecks related to ad SDKs and rendering.
- Architect clean, modular ad systems that integrate naturally into our user experience.
- Lead and mentor across the Android team, setting a high bar for quality and craftsmanship.
Who You Are
- An Android developer with 5+ years of experience, primarily in Kotlin.
- A Google Ad Manager expert, with 3+ years of hands-on experience integrating and managing ad SDKs.
- Passionate about creating user-respectful ad experiences that don’t compromise performance or design.
- A team-first leader—comfortable mentoring peers and representing engineering in cross-functional discussions.
- Self-driven and able to take projects from concept to launch independently.
Why You'll Love Working at TextNow
- Since our launch in 2009, TextNow has consistently maintained a spot among the top 10 apps on Google Play and the App Store.
- With an initial investment of just $1.5 million, we’ve grown into a highly profitable business, generating over $140+ million in revenue in 2024.
- We’re the first telecom company to offer free essential data to wireless users—rewriting what connectivity looks like for millions.
- Join a team that balances business impact and thoughtful user experience, where your work directly affects the lives of real users.
- We’re remote-first and believe in flexible, empowered teams built on trust, not micromanagement.
More about TextNow...Our Values:· Customer Obsessed (We strive to have a deep understanding of our customers)· Do Right By Our People (We treat each other with fairness, respect, and integrity)· Accept the Challenge (We adopt a "Yes, We Can" mindset to achieve ambitious goals)· Act Like an Owner (We treat this company like it's our own... because it is!)· Give a Damn! (We are deeply commited and passionate about our work and achieving results)Benefits, Culture, & More:· Strong work life blend · Flexible work arrangements (wfh, remote, or access to one of our office spaces)· Employee Stock Options · Unlimited vacation · Competitive pay and benefits· Parental leave· Benefits for both physical and mental well being (wellness credit and L&D credit)· We travel a few times a year for various team events, company wide off-sites, and moreDiversity and Inclusion:At TextNow, our mission is built around inclusion and offering a service for EVERYONE, in an industry that traditionally only caters to the few who have the means to afford it.
We believe that diversity of thought and inclusion of others promotes a greater feeling of belonging and higher levels of engagement. We know that if we work together, we can do amazing things, and that our differences are what make our product and company great. TextNow Candidate PolicyBy submitting an application to TextNow, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with the TextNow Candidate PolicyApply for this job
